Gun/Airsoft shops closing down

[novioman]

Noticed that McAvoy guns and A2 Supplies are shut or shutting, difficult times for retailers I suppose 

[Hami]

Shame  is Airsoft in the uk generally getting less popular? It’s already very niche

[Lozart]

16 minutes ago, Hami said:

Shame  is Airsoft in the uk generally getting less popular? It’s already very niche

 

I think it's more of an issue with footfall in bricks and mortar stores, people generally having less expendable income etc. Plus I'm sure in the case of A2 at least, business rates are probably horrific being in Reading!

[Galvatron]

30 minutes ago, Hami said:

Shame  is Airsoft in the uk generally getting less popular? It’s already very niche

 

In addition to Lozart's points about the lack of footfall in bricks & mortar stores and business rates, leasing costs can become prohibitively expensive, which has crippled much of the retail industry.

 

It's also worth taking into consideration the factor of showrooming people where may actually go in store to handle the RIFs or accessories in person but then buy online from a web-only retailer who undercuts the store they visited.